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Taking some of the guess work out of training is not easy but when you actually know how hard you need to push yourself and precisely how much time it takes you to recover in order to burn fat calories, that is pure gold! There are various ways of determining how hard you are working…
Swoosh! Swoosh! Pole! Carve! …and a roaring fire at the end of a long ski day! The best part of the day does NOT happen when you hit the après-ski. It happens DURING the ski run! You see, skiing becomes that much more enjoyable when you are skiing pain-free, with great technique, and when you…
Aim for Progression, NOT Perfection Most individuals have grand ideas when starting a new workout regimen or eating plan. Whether it is unrealistic weight loss goals or being too strict with food intake, these usually lead to discouragement. It is absolutely normal to be excited for change; however it is important to set up measurable,…
Resisting the urge to eat those itsy-bitsy Halloween chocolates is so hard! I did so well right up until the Halloween rush, getting everyone ready with their costume and hopefully staying warm enough while still being able to recognize what their actual costume is, not an easy task! Then don't forget to eat before leaving…
We’re all human so it’s normal that we crave something sweet every now and then (or everyday…). If you never indulgence in your cravings however, you’re setting yourself up to fail in the future. Treat yourself once in awhile and you won’t be tempted to eat something at a later date that may hinder all…
When enjoying Halloween with your kids and family members, always remember that having one small chocolate per day does NOT justify saying, “…but it is a heck of a lot smaller than a regular chocolate bar!” It is VERY easy to eat 3-5 or MORE of these little candies! Eat and enjoy your cheats with…
Well we are coming towards the end of week 3 of the D2S (Drop 2 Sizes) and I am staying on track. I actually feel like I have more energy and the changes were not so hard to adopt. I realized that I was actually cheating more often than I thought on a regular basis. …
How to add protein to every meal If you’re anything like me you sometimes struggle to include protein in every meal, given that you can’t eat meat 3 times per day/ 7 days a week. Not only would that scenario be very expensive, especially if you buy organic products, but it wouldn’t be a wise…
Okay, so I thought it would be a little colder outside when I put up this post! But alas, a comforting bowl of soup is welcome in my kitchen any time of year. In spirit of our Jean Challenge I have shared with you all my healthiest and filling soup recipes. I love making at…
15 Years in Business… and Many More to Look Forward to! Life is like a seagull floating on the ocean- Whether the water is calm or turbulent; the seagull stays afloat and rides the wave. I’d like to think that is what Melanie and I have done over the last 15 years! Our legacy: To…
